“The Slate Vineyard from Bernkasteler” Bernkasteler Lay

This steep 11 hectare (27 acres) west-southwest-facing site is characterized by finely-weathered slate. Our optimally-situated plots feature ancient vines. Wines from the Bernkasteler Lay are finesseful, with firm, elegant structure and very mineral, with ripe acidity and abundant interplay of flavors.

The grapes were harvested in October. 100% healthy grapes were crushed softly and macerated for several hours on the flavorfully grape skins. After maceration the juice was fermented in large wooden barrels by natural yeasts only. A long-term storage on the fine lees followed fermentation, which resulted in a fine fruity and well-balanced wine.